Gds
GDS, or Global Data Solutions, is a leading provider of data centre services headquartered in China (CN). Established in 2001, the company has expanded its operations across major regions in Asia, offering innovative solutions in the data centre and cloud services industry. GDS is renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to sustainability, setting it apart from competitors. The company’s core offerings include colocation, cloud computing, and managed services, all designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses in a digital landscape. GDS has achieved significant milestones, including the development of several Tier III and IV data centres, positioning itself as a market leader in the region. With a focus on reliability and efficiency, GDS continues to drive advancements in data management and infrastructure solutions.
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Gds's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, GDS Holdings Limited reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,850,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 55,967,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,844,509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 775,961,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase in emissions compared to 2021, where total emissions were about 1,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 49,622,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,564,988,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 852,690,000 kg CO2e. GDS has set ambitious near-term targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 43.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, GDS is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, and downstream leased assets by 51.6% per USD value added within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. GDS's commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within the software and services sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,638,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,515,487,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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